Editorial Board
Dedicated scholars ensuring rigorous, fair, and timely peer review for every submission.
Dr. Jaime Boy U. Ngag Jr., LPT
Editor-in-ChiefDr. Jenevieve D. Lumbuan
Associate Editor-in-ChiefDr. Edgar Fernandez
Dr. Engr. Luna Dela Cruz
Dr. Jasmine Rose F. Geverola
Dr. Romiel John P. Basan
Dr. Saidamin P. Bagolong
Mr. Dennis L. Franilla
Mr. Ian Marc Tiaga
Mr. Matt Mongee N. Apit
Mr. Neljan Cogama
Functions and Roles
What each part of the editorial board is responsible for, and who serves in it.
Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Jaime Boy U. Ngag Jr., LPT
Primary role: Overall leadership and final authority of the journal.
- Associate Member of National Research Council of the Philippines — Social Sciences Division
- Research Consultant of East-West Mindanao Colleges Inc
- Associate Professor at South Cotabato State College
- Peer-Reviewer in different journals in Social Sciences, Language, Education, and Culture
- Earned units in Doctor of Philosophy in Peace and Development
- Graduate of Doctor of Philosophy in English Language and Literature
- Complete Academic Requirements in the Doctor of Communication (DComm)
Key Functions
- Sets the journal’s vision, scope, and editorial policies
- Makes the final decision on acceptance or rejection of manuscripts
- Ensures academic integrity, ethical standards, and quality assurance
- Appoints editorial board members and reviewers
- Oversees publication schedule and strategic partnerships
- Represents the journal in academic and professional communities
Associate Editor-in-Chief / Managing Editor
Dr. Jenevieve D. Lumbuan
Primary role: Oversees daily journal operations and manages manuscript workflow.
- Graduate of Philosophy in Peace and Development
- Graduate of Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Linguistics
- Research Coordinator of Graduate Studies of Sultan Kudarat State University
- Peer-Reviewer of journals in Language and Education
Key Functions
- Supervises the manuscript submission and peer review process
- Conducts initial screening (desk review) of submissions
- Assigns reviewers and tracks review timelines
- Communicates with authors, reviewers, and editorial board
- Ensures compliance with formatting and ethical standards
- Assists the Editor-in-Chief in editorial decisions
- Prepares publication schedules and issue planning
Internal Reviewers
Primary role: Ensure scholarly quality through peer review.
Dr. Romiel John P. Basan
- Graduate of Doctor of Philosophy in Rural Development
- Center Head, Satellite SERDAC of University of Southern Mindanao
- Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Business, Economics, and Governance Studies
- Associate Editor, JARDET
Dr. Engr. Luna Dela Cruz
- Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Education
- Professor at the Technological University of the Philippines
- Electrical Engineering Professor
- Research Reviewer in Artificial Intelligence, Technology and Engineering
Dr. Jasmine Rose F. Geverola
- Doctor of Philosophy in English Language and Literature
- English Language Professor at Bukidnon State University
- Research Reviewer in English Language and Literature
Dr. Saidamin P. Bagolong
- Doctor in Public Administration (DPA)
- Professor III at Cotabato State University
- Research Reviewer in Public Administration and Policy-Making
Dr. Edgar Fernandez
- Master Teacher I, Department of Education — Sarangani Division
- Research Coordinator
- Research Reviewer in Language & Education Management
Dr. Lamhot Naibaho
- Professor at the Universitas Kristen Indonesia
- Program Head of Language and Communication Department
- Research Reviewer in Language and Education
Key Functions
- Conduct double-blind peer review of submitted manuscripts
- Evaluate originality, methodology, significance, and clarity
- Provide constructive and ethical feedback to authors
- Recommend decisions: accept, revise, or reject
- Maintain confidentiality of manuscripts and review process
- Support the journal’s research integrity and credibility
Technical Staff
Primary role: Provide technical and production support for publication.
Key Functions
- Manuscript formatting and layout design
- Plagiarism checking and file management
- Website and submission platform maintenance
- DOI registration and digital archiving support
- Copyediting and proofreading assistance
- Preparation of publication certificates and graphics
- Support journal indexing and online dissemination